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Surveillance video captured a pickup truck crashing through the front of Moores Hardware last week.

Surveillance video captured a pickup truck crashing through the front of Moores Hardware last week.

Traffic cams assist in hardware store crash arrest

Matt Aiken
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
The driver allegedly responsible for plowing through the front doors of Moore’s Lumber & Hardware and leaving a significant swath of destruction through the store on the evening of July 21 has been arrested with an assist from recently installed license plate reading cameras, according to officials...
Cottrell Elementary Principal Stacie Gerrells celebrates next to Superintendent Rob Brown and other officials after cutting the ceremonial red ribbon to mark the grand opening of the new school.

Cottrell Elementary Principal Stacie Gerrells celebrates next to Superintendent Rob Brown and other officials after cutting the ceremonial red ribbon to mark the grand opening of the new school.

School system celebrates opening of Cottrell Elementary

Keith Murden
Thursday, July 27, 2023
Excited teachers, school staff, elected officials and project managers gathered Monday morning on Pinetree Way to witness the official ribbon cutting for the brand new Cottrell Elementary School. The new $21.6 million dollar facility is set to open its doors to students on August 1.
Local artists showed up in force at City Hall last Monday as they touted the virtues of Art in the Park. Pictured, Meagan Ellis Garris displays a sign detailing the benefits of the event while her husband Bryan Garris addresses the council.

Local artists showed up in force at City Hall last Monday as they touted the virtues of Art in the Park. Pictured, Meagan Ellis Garris displays a sign detailing the benefits of the event while her husband Bryan Garris addresses the council.

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New city park plan sparks debate at City Hall

Matt Aiken
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
Art in the Park came to City Hall last Monday as the meeting room filled with multiple local artists looking to weigh in on Dahonega’s future park plans. And the prevailing message seemed to be, don’t mess with a good thing.
Holly Theatre Chairman Emerita Ivana Pelnar-Zaiko explained the rules of the audience-judged 1940s costume contest prior to the start of the movie.

Holly Theatre Chairman Emerita Ivana Pelnar-Zaiko explained the rules of the audience-judged 1940s costume contest prior to the start of the movie.

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Holly Theatre celebrates 75th anniversary

Keith Murden
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Sunday night in downtown Dahlonega presented a rare treat for local history buffs and film fans alike, as the historic Holly Theatre hosted a special movie screening to celebrate the 75th anniversary of its grand opening.
The Fourth of July will be celebrated with a downtown parade, the annual car show, fireworks and more in Dahlonega this Tuesday.

The Fourth of July will be celebrated with a downtown parade, the annual car show, fireworks and more in Dahlonega this Tuesday.

Dahlonega to celebrate July 4th with full day of activities

JOHN BYNUM
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
It’s one of the most fun-filled days of the year in Dahlonega. On Tuesday locals and visitors from around the Northeast Georgia area will come to town to celebrate The Fourth of July. An entire day of family-friendly activities is planned from sun-up to sun-down.
Veterans Kayak Fishing U.S.A. was one of the beneficiaries of the annual Jeeps in the Vines festival.

Veterans Kayak Fishing U.S.A. was one of the beneficiaries of the annual Jeeps in the Vines festival.

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Kaya Jeeps event benefits veterans organization

News Staff
Sunday, June 25, 2023
Kaya Vineyard & Winery in Dahlonega hosted the 7th Annual Jeeps in the Vines festival last weekend, with part of the proceeds benefitting Veterans Kayak Fishing U.S.A., a nonprofit organization serving military veterans, law enforcement, first responders, their families, and chosen support systems.
Representatives of the City, County, the Development Authority and Yahoola Creek Outdoors gathered alongside members of the public on Saturday, June 3 for a groundbreaking ceremony at the Yahoola Creek/Lake Zwerner property.

Representatives of the City, County, the Development Authority and Yahoola Creek Outdoors gathered alongside members of the public on Saturday, June 3 for a groundbreaking ceremony at the Yahoola Creek/Lake Zwerner property.

Reservoir trail revamp now officially underway

Keith Murden
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
In commemoration of National Trails Day 2023, City and County officials gathered alongside members of Yahoola Outdoors to announce $122,835 of improvements for the Yahoola Creek Reservoir/Lake Zwerner property. Construction is set to begin as early as next month.
Operational hours will remain the same at the Tax Office at the Lumpkin County Administration Building.

Operational hours will remain the same at the Tax Office at the Lumpkin County Administration Building.

Lumpkin Tax Commissioner arrested

Matt Aiken
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Lumpkin County Tax Commissioner Michael David Young was arrested on drug-related charges Tuesday morning following a GBI investigation, according to officials.
The LCHS Class of 2023 celebrates at graduation.

The LCHS Class of 2023 celebrates at graduation.

SPECIAL SECTION: Class of 2023 special now available

News Staff
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
They did it! More than 200 new Lumpkin County High School graduates walked across the stage to receive their diplomas recently. And to honor their achievements, we are celebrating all the new grads in this week’s special double section. Pick up your copy of this week’s print edition of The Nugget!